Things to do

There is no lack of things to do in the area, whether you’re looking for peaceful walks around a Loch, historical relics standing proud in a beautiful surrounding, or whether you just want to go and have the most fun possible with or without kids, there is something for everyone. We’ve listed some of our favourites below.

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Our shooting ground contains all layers suitable for novices, professionals and everyone in-between. At 140ft, we have the highest shooting tower in Scotland with four simulation traps, Down the Line, English Skeet, two Compaks and twenty other sporting traps including a rabbit.

If you hold a shot gun licence, there is no need to book for access to the shooting ground. Without a licence, booking a professional shooting instructor is required, which you can do by calling or emailing the park.

Professional shooting instructors are also available for those who hold a licence and have just started shooting or for those who are looking to extend their skills.

We take bookings from small to large groups, including stag, hen do’s and corporate events. All ages are welcome, get in touch for an instant quote.

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Two of our three ponds are now stocked with only the best local rainbow, blue and tiger trout up to 12lb in weight for fly fishing. Either catch and release or keep a few to cook at home. We have rods available to hire for those who want to give it a go.

Just fifty minutes from our park, Glentress, located near Peebles, offers superb walking, mountain biking, tree-top fun and magnificent views of the beautiful Tweed Valley. Built on the hillside within beautiful Glentress Forest, Go Ape Peebles makes good use of the valley for some jaw-dropping exposure, and features our highest zip wire over the reservoirs.

St Mary’s Loch is situated 28 miles away from our park in the Scottish Borders on the A708 road between Selkirk and Moffat.

You can enjoy a relaxing walk and explore the beautiful Yarrow Valley around the Border’s largest natural loch. The loch is right at the historic hunting ground Ettrick Forest, a place where William Wallace would rally his allies to come together to raid the nearby English settlements. It is also a perfect setting for visitors to take part in activities such as cycling, walking, sailing, watersports and fishing.

Visit Jedburgh Abbey, a ruined Augustinian abbey which was founded in the 12th century, is situated in the town of Jedburgh, just 6 miles from our park and 10 miles north of the border with England at Carter Bar. Jedburgh is the largest town on the A68 between Newcastle upon Tyne and the Scottish capital, Edinburgh.

It’s one of the famous 7stanes mountain biking centres, with award-winning trails that attract riders from all over the UK and beyond. Walking at Glentress is great too, with airy views across the famous River Tweed and a chance to tread in the footsteps of Bronze Age and Iron Age people.

Melrose Abbey is a magnificent ruin on a grand scale with lavishly decorated masonry.

Probably the most famous ruin in Scotland, the abbey was founded by David I in 1136 for the Cistercian Order, and it was largely destroyed by Richard II’s English army in 1385. The surviving remains of the church are of the early 15th century, and are of an elegance unsurpassed in Scotland. Objects found during excavation are displayed in the Commendator’s House.

Born in the Borders is an extraordinary new visitor centre located next to the Scottish Borders Brewery.

Set on the banks of the River Teviot, it brings together the best of everything that is grown, made, spun, produced, cooked and created in the area.

With a food and drink shop, a goods and gifts shop, a stunning cafe and restaurant, riverside walks, picnic spots and brewery tours, there’s no better way to discover the incredible wealth of products and goods our amazing region has to offer.

Formed by an extinct volcano, the St Abb’s Head is the best known landmark along the magnificent Berwickshire coast.

Sheer cliffs loom from the sea at St Abb’s Head, giving dramatic views of the Berwickshire coastline and providing an early summer home for nesting seabirds. Watch the constantly moving mass of birds in the narrow inlets, or admire their swooping flight as they head out towards the stormy seas.

Bridging the national border between Scotland and England, this inspiring 100km (62.5 miles) cross-border route links Melrose in the Scottish Borders, where St. Cuthbert started his religious life in 650AD, with Holy Island off the Northumberland Coast, his eventual resting place and his original pilgrimage shrine. Although inspired by St. Cuthbert, this is far more than a pilgrimage route.

You will be able to come to the viewpoint from Melrose and St Boswells to admire the stunning view of the River Tweed and Eildon Hills. The hills serve as a reminder of the volcanic activity that once took place in the area. The lookout was known to be one of Sir Walter Scott’s favourite places to come and reflect.

The Scottish Borders Donkey Sanctuary. Located at the 80 acre estate – The Holmes, St.Boswells just 5 minutes from our park, near Melrose, in The Scottish Borders – the animals fortunate in having been re-homed here, are accommodated in small groups in well-fenced and watered paddocks of permanent pasture, each with a field shelter.

Beautiful countryside and a great outdoor play park mean there’s always lots to do, whatever the weather. Discover why Harestanes is one of the Borders’ best-loved attractions. Events, exhibitions and activities throughout the season.